Supplier Quality Engineer

Eaton
United Kingdom
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: QA, Test & Release EngineeringEducation: certificationSkills: ["Leadership","Cross-functional collaboration","Problem-solving","Root cause analysis","Training & facilitation"]

Lead supplier performance analysis and measurement, including defining and assessing process competency and auditing supplier capability to meet quality specifications. Perform on-site supplier audits, review inspection techniques, and support supplier development to improve delivery, cost, and quality. Drive root-cause problem solving for non-conformances, maintain supplier quality records, and coordinate part approval submissions. Train internal/external teams on quality systems tools and methods such as Six Sigma, Lean, 8-D, FEMA, Control Plans, and PPAP.

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Eaton
Eaton
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Supplier Quality Engineer

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Job Summary

Lead supplier performance analysis and measurement, including defining and assessing process competency and auditing supplier capability to meet quality specifications. Perform on-site supplier audits, review inspection techniques, and support supplier development to improve delivery, cost, and quality. Drive root-cause problem solving for non-conformances, maintain supplier quality records, and coordinate part approval submissions. Train internal/external teams on quality systems tools and methods such as Six Sigma, Lean, 8-D, FEMA, Control Plans, and PPAP.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: QA, Test & Release Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead on-site supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance and evaluate supplier capabilities.
  • •Review supplier inspection techniques against specifications and support supplier development for delivery, cost, and quality improvements.
  • •Analyze supplier quality performance and lead root-cause problem solving to prevent recurrence of non-conformances.
  • •Train and facilitate courses on supplier development and quality systems tools and techniques (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, 8-D, FEMA, Control Plans, PPAP).
  • •Coordinate part approval submissions and review engineering drawings/specifications with suppliers to ensure mutual understanding of requirements and expectations.

Key Requirements

  • •Degree/BTEC/HND in an engineering-related discipline (experience may be taken in lieu of qualification).
  • •Qualified Auditor.
  • •Ability to lead a small team of Quality personnel to drive performance through the APEX process.
  • •Thorough understanding of customer/industry unique part approval requirements.
  • •Detailed knowledge of industry quality registration schemes (e.g., ISO9001, ISO/TS-16949, AS9100).
Education:Certification / Diploma in Engineering related discipline
Skills:LeadershipCross-functional collaborationProblem-solvingRoot cause analysisTraining & facilitation
Tech Stack:APEXSix SigmaLean8-DFEMAControl PlansPPAPISO9001ISO/TS-16949AS9100EQS

Company Brief

Eaton
Designs, manufactures, and distributes electrical components, power management systems, and industrial equipment for energy, aerospace, vehicle, and industrial markets worldwide, focusing on efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
Industry: Industrial Machinery
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland
Founded: 1911
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